Montana Pesticide National Core Exam Prep Program

This course is intended as a study guide for preparing to take the Montana Pesticide National Core Exam administered by the Montana Department of Agriculture. Passing the core exam is essential to becoming a certified applicator. This certification course benefits both you and the general public. By learning how to handle pesticides correctly, you will be able to protect yourself, others, and the environment from pesticide misuse. The National Core Manual is included here and available for download.

After completing this course, participants will be able to:

• Recognize and implement a broad range of pesticide application best practices.
• Be able to describe and integrate important regulatory requirements related to labeling, hazard management, environmental issues, and application procedures.
• Outline the different types formulations, equipment, and PPE used in the pesticide industry.

This Course covers:

• Pest Management
• Federal Pesticide Laws
• Pesticide Labeling
• Pesticide Formulations
• Pesticide Hazards and First Aid
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Pesticides in the Environment
• Transportation, Storage, and Security
• Emergency Response
• Planning the Pesticide Application
• Pesticide Application Procedures
• Practice Exam